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Portneuf hospital, Regence split leaves patients out of network
1+ hour, 27+ min ago (286+ words) POCATELLO " A major insurance provider ended its contract with the largest hospital in southeastern Idaho. In a Monday afternoon news release, Portneuf Health announced that it is now out of network with Regence Blue Shield of Idaho. The contract expired…...
Many in east Idaho could lose health insurance coverage due to sudden contact negotiations between Portneuf and Regence
1+ mon, 6+ day ago (329+ words) POCATELLO " Many southeast Idahoans are on the brink of losing coverage as Portneuf Medical Center and one of the area's top insurance providers struggle to reach an agreement on costs. Regence Blue Shield of Idaho, one of the top insurance…...
Still working at 65? Here's how to handle Medicare
1+ mon, 6+ day ago (397+ words) My wife and I are approaching 65, but I'm still working and have good health coverage through my employer. Do we need to enroll in Medicare at this point? If you or your spouse is still working past age 65 and has…...
Where to get help with Medicare decisions
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (589+ words) I'll be 65 in a few months and could sure use some help sorting through all the confusing Medicare options that are available to me. Where can I get help with my Medicare decisions? With around 11, 400 baby boomers turning 65 every day…...
We are to bone: Idaho Health and Welfare budget cuts may endanger states crisis system
4+ mon, 56+ min ago (19+ words) East Idaho News...
Tools to help you find the perfect place to retire
4+ mon, 1+ day ago (575+ words) What resources can you recommend for researching good places to retire in the U. S. ? My husband and I are interested in relocating to a warmer climate when we retire next year. " Looking to Relocate It's exciting to think about relocating in…...
What Medicare won't pay for in 2026
4+ mon, 2+ week ago (641+ words) To avoid any future health care surprises, can you tell me what original Medicare doesn't cover in 2026? It's a great question. While original Medicare " Part A and B " covers a wide array of health care services after you turn 65, it…...
'Perfect storm': Why Teton Valley Health Care chose to lay off staff, close infusion clinic
4+ mon, 2+ week ago (918+ words) DRIGGS " Facing difficult decisions as state and federal funding stalls, Teton Valley Health Care administrators made the decision to lay off dozens of employees and close an infusion clinic. In all, 26 employees were laid off on Jan. 22 following a "perfect…...
Idaho Congressman Fulcher introduces bill extending'private, short-term health care coverage
6+ mon, 1+ week ago (314+ words) BOISE (Idaho Capital Sun) " Idaho Republican Congressman Russ Fulcher is hoping to expand the use of private, short-term health insurance. Fulcher on Thursday announced the introduction of the Removing Insurance Gaps for Health Treatment (RIGHT) Act of 2025, which would extend…...
Insurer asks Idaho Department of Insurance to investigate hospital billing practice
6+ mon, 3+ week ago (421+ words) POST FALLS (Idaho Capital Sun) " A major Idaho health insurer this week asked the Idaho Department of Insurance to investigate the billing practices of a new North Idaho hospital. Blue Cross of Idaho claims that Post Falls ER & Hospital has…...